Latest news and stories about licensing reform in Portugal for expats and residents.
The new model for obtaining a driving licence is being strongly criticised by driving schools. They say it is essential that driving instruction is provided by someone properly trained, not by a tutor.
The system for driving instruction by a tutor will be expanded and simplified, taking from driving schools some of the control they currently have over teaching that practice. The Government will simplify the 'driving instruction with a tutor' scheme, in practice eliminating the requirement that those who teach must have specific training to ...
The government will debate a package of changes this Thursday at the Council of Ministers.
